Chef

Wood Kitchen; McMinnville (TN); Remote; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

WOOD KITCHEN is seeking a part-time Chef for remote delivery of high-quality culinary experiences. You will help ensure menu quality, accurate portioning, and consistent execution while upholding kitchen standards across shifts.

Based in McMinnville, TN, this role supports recipe development, plating standards, and collaboration with internal teams to plan menus and seasonal updates. The position emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and reliable execution in a flexible remote work setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchen roles with responsibility for food quality.
• Strong knowledge of preparation techniques, timing, and portion control.
• Ability to follow established recipes and standards while maintaining quality.
• Professional, reliable, and able to collaborate across teams.
• Commitment to cleanliness and safety in all preparations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and execution of menu items to quality and portion standards.
• Support recipe development, plating standards, and culinary documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to plan menus, seasonal updates, and ingredient readiness.
• Maintain food quality, presentation, and safety across offerings.
• Assist with training to ensure reliable execution across shifts.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food preparation techniques

Recipe following

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Job description

WOOD KITCHEN is seeking a part-time Chef to deliver consistently excellent culinary experiences for our guests in a remote setting.

Position Summary

As a Chef, you will help ensure the quality, consistency, and execution of menu offerings while supporting kitchen standards that reflect WOOD KITCHEN’s commitment to great food. You’ll work with internal partners to maintain smooth preparation processes and uphold service-ready presentation.

This part-time role is remote and based in McMinnville, TN, offering the opportunity to contribute your culinary expertise while supporting day-to-day planning and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and consistent execution of menu items to meet quality and portion standards.
• Support recipe development, plating standards, and culinary documentation to ensure repeatable results.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support menu planning, seasonal updates, and ingredient readiness.
• Maintain food quality, presentation standards, and safety-minded practices in all prepared offerings.
• Assist with training and guidance to support reliable culinary execution across shifts and coverage needs.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchen or culinary roles with responsibility for food quality and consistency.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, culinary timing, and standard portioning practices.
• Ability to follow established recipes and culinary standards while maintaining high-quality results.
• Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining cleanliness and quality expectations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in developing or refining recipes and maintaining culinary documentation.
• Familiarity with menu planning processes and seasonal ingredient selection.
• Prior leadership experience in a kitchen environment or mentoring team members.
• Experience balancing quality standards with time and production constraints.

Compensation

Hourly rate: $23.00